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DIGI-TROLL 10
DIGI-TROLL 10 TS
Owner’s Manual
Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Warranty / Service Information ................................................................................................................ 4
Product Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation.................................................................................................................................................... 6
Mounting ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
Boom and Ball Hook................................................................................................................................... 8
Boom End Assembly ................................................................................................................................. 10
Spool Cover Removal................................................................................................................................ 11
Rod Holders ............................................................................................................................................... 12
Cable Termination..................................................................................................................................... 13
Line Release……….....………………………………………………………………………………13
Intellitroll Antenna .................................................................................................................................... 14
Power Loss Crank Handle ........................................................................................................................ 15
Wiring Your Downrigger ......................................................................................................................... 16
Installing Transducer ................................................................................................................................ 18
Getting Started ........................................................................................................................................... 19
Display ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Menu ........................................................................................................................................................... 22
Bottom Track ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Cycle ............................................................................................................................................................ 23
Up and Down ............................................................................................................................................. 24
Positive Ion Control .................................................................................................................................. 24
Line On Reel .............................................................................................................................................. 24
Units ............................................................................................................................................................ 25
Un/Coated Line ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Sonar Offset ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Preset Programmable Depths .................................................................................................................. 26
Factory Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 26
Networking................................................................................................................................................. 27
Intellitroll Use ............................................................................................................................................ 27
Fishing Theory ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Positive Ion Control Theory ..................................................................................................................... 29
Blowback Calculations.............................................................................................................................. 30
Trolling Tips ............................................................................................................................................... 31
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................... 32
Parts Lists.................................................................................................................................................... 34
Wiring Diagram......................................................................................................................................... 38
WEEE Compliance.................................................................................................................................... 40
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Overview
Thank you for purchasing the Cannon Digi-Troll 10 electric downrigger. We have designed your new downrigger to be an accurate and reliable tool that will enhance fishing control and improve your ability to catch
fish.
Introduction
Introduction
This manual covers installation and the functions of both the Digi-Troll 10 and Digi-Troll 10 TS. The Tournament Series version of the Digi-Troll is fitted with a cast stainless steel reel, brushed finish stainless steel
boom, and a white frame.
Safety and Cautions
Your Cannon downrigger should only be used for its intended purpose. Improper use will void the warranty
and may be a safety risk.
We hope that you enjoy the use of your new downrigger and enjoy the benefit of controlled depth
fishing for years to come by always following safe boating practices and laws for wherever you are
fishing.
Read this manual carefully before operating your new Cannon Downrigger. Retain this manual for
future reference.
Warranty and Registration
To receive all the benefits for your product warranty please fill out and mail the registration card. You may
also register your product online at www.cannondownriggers.com.
Digi-Troll 10
Digi-Troll 10 TS
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Product Warranty
CANNON LIMITED WARRANTY
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Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. warrants to the original
purchaser that if the accompanying product (see exclusions below)
proves to be defective in material or workmanship within the following
warranty periods, Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. will, at
its option, either repair or replace same without charge (but no cash
refunds will be made):
1) The boom, motor, and reels, plus all composite parts, including
but not limited to frames and bases, will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship, subject to normal wear and tear,
for the original purchaser’s lifetime.
2) All other items will have 1-year limited warranties from the
date of original retail purchase, except THE FOLLOWING
ITEMS THAT HAVE NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER: boot
covers, clothing, Dacron line, rubber bands, swivel lock pin,
weights, and wire cable.
This limited warranty may be enforced only by the original purchaser; all subsequent purchasers acquire the product “as is”
without any benefit of this limited warranty. Repair or replacement of the product as set forth in this limited warranty shall
be the original purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy and
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.’ sole and exclusive
liability for breach of this warranty.
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply in the following circumstances:
• When the product has been connected, installed, combined,
altered, adjusted, serviced, repaired, or handled in a manner
other than according to the instructions furnished with the
product
• When the motor housing is opened by anyone other than Cannon® Authorized service repair personnel.
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When any defect, problem, loss, or damage has resulted from
any accident, misuse, negligence, carelessness, or abnormal
use, or from any failure to provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance in accordance with the instructions of the owner’s
manual
LIMITATION AND EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND
CERTAIN DAMAGES
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE
LIMITED WARRANTIES. JOHNSON OUTDOORS MARINE ELECTRONICS, INC. DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES (EXCEPT ON THE BOOM, MOTOR, REELS, AND
ALL COMPOSITE PARTS), INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE (AND IN THE CASE OF THE BOOT COVERS, CLOTHING,
DACRON LINE, RUBBER BANDS, SWIVEL LOCK PIN, WEIGHTS,
AND WIRE CABLE, JOHNSON OUTDOORS MARINE ELECTRONICS, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES). THIS WRITING
CONSTITUTES THE ENTIRE AGREEMENT OF THE PARTIES WITH
RESPECT TO THE SUBJECT MATTER HEREOF; NO WAIVER OR
AMENDMENT SHALL BE VALID UNLESS IN WRITING SIGNED BY
JOHNSON OUTDOORS MARINE ELECTRONICS, INC.
CANNON® SERVICE POLICY
AFTER THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD
After the applicable warranty period, or, if one of the above exclusions applies, Cannon products will be repaired for a charge of parts
plus labor. All factory repairs, after the applicable warranty period,
carry a 90-Day Limited Warranty, subject to the exclusions and limitations stated above.
TO ENFORCE WARRANTY OR TO OBTAIN REPAIRS AFTER
WARRANTY
To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the downrigger or part believed to be defective and the proof of original purchase (including the
date of purchase) must be presented to a Cannon Authorized Service
Center or to Cannon’s factory service center in Mankato, MN. Except
as noted below, any charges incurred for service calls, transportation
or shipping/freight to/from the Cannon Authorized Service Center or
Cannon’s factory, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products
for warranty service, or any similar items are the sole and exclusive
responsibility of the purchaser. Downriggers purchased outside of the
U.S. (or parts of such downriggers) must be returned prepaid with
proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number)
to any Authorized Cannon Service Center in the country of purchase.
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a Cannon Authorized
Service Center listed on the enclosed sheet, or by contacting the
factory at 1-800-227-6433 or Fax 1-800-527-4464. If the necessary
repairs are covered by the warranty, we will pay the return shipping
charges to any destination within the United States.
DO NOT return your Cannon downrigger or parts to your retailer. Your
retailer is not authorized to repair or replace them.
Major parts, such as the motor and main frame, must be returned
to Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. in Mankato, Minnesota,
or a Cannon Authorized Service Center, for repair or replacement. To
reduce shipping costs, we suggest removal of loose parts such as the
boom and rod holders. Small parts that can be easily removed such as
the handle and/or the counter, may be removed from the downrigger
and returned for repair or replacement.
Retain your sales receipt! Proof of purchase must accompany
product when returned.
Return Address:
Cannon
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
_______________________Serial No.
__________________Date Purchased
____________Store Where Purchased
RETAIN THIS SECTION FOR YOUR RECORDS
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary
from state to state.
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One essential feature of the downrigger is the depth
meter or gauge that indicates lure depth. This allows
the angler to control as well as return to specific
depths where fish have been caught.
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Due to the success of controlled depth fishing,
downriggers are now being used throughout the
world to catch a wide variety of species in both fresh
and salt water. Whether fishing for blues off Rhode
Island, walleyes in Lake Erie, sailfish off the coast of
Florida, or stripers in Tennessee, the use of downriggers will make your fishing more successful and
more enjoyable.
Product Overview
Introduction to Controlled Depth Fishing
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Undoubtedly there are many fishermen familiar with
the methods and use of controlled depth fishing.
During the mid 1960’s the state of Michigan introduced Pacific salmon into the Great Lakes in an attempt to revitalize its sport fishing industry. From this
successful transplant, new fishing techniques and
equipment were developed. One such method was
controlled depth fishing which enabled fishermen to
place a lure at a desired depth by utilizing downriggers.
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Because of the varying factors (water temperature,
thermocline, weather, tides, time of day, or time of
year) it is necessary for successful fishing to maintain specific water depths that coincide with fish
movements and feeding patterns.
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Parts Description
1.
Reel
2.
Boom
This is used to extend the weight out from the body of the downrigger and has a
pulley fixed to its end. Boom lengths range from 24 to 53 inches.
3.
Swivel Head
4.
Cable
5.
Keypad/LCD
Keypad is used to control the functions of the downrigger. The LCD display provides feedback of the downrigger functions.
6.
Mounting Base
choose.
This attaches to the boat, enabling you to place the downrigger where you
7.
Rod Holder
rods.
This holds your fishing rods while trolling and may also be used for storing
8.
Boom Clamps
This is used to spool the cable, available in lengths ranging from 150 to 400 feet.
This relays the cable at the end of the boom to lower the weight.
This connects to the weight. Cable material is 150 lb. test stainless steel cable.
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Installation
Downrigger Mounting on Boats
A downrigger should be mounted wherever it is
easy to operate and observe. You want to be able to
see your fishing rod and to react quickly. So, choosing a good location to mount your downrigger on your
boat is very important.
Due to the great variety of boats available,
mounting your downrigger can be a difficult decision.
Cannon has a complete line of mounting and fishing
accessories to aid in your fishing experience. Before
making any permanent changes to your boat consider
what accessories might be used in your application.
Installing the Base on Your Boat
Decks up to 7/16” thick
Where access to the underside
of the deck is not available, the mounting base can be
mounted using wellnuts. Use the base as a template
to mark locations and drill four wellnut clearance holes.
Mount the base using four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” truss head
screws and four wellnuts. Tighten the screws so the
wellnuts are firmly compressed as pictured.
Decks thicker than 7/16”
For decks thicker than 7/16”, or
where the underside of the deck is accessible, mount
the base with screws, nuts, and washers. Use the base
as a template to mark the locations and drill four 9/32”
holes. Use four 1/4-20 x 2” truss head screws and four
each flat washers and nuts. Fasten the base to the deck
as pictured. NOTE: Wellnuts SHOULD NOT be used
on decks thicker than 7/16”.
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Arrows
Indicate
Typical
Mounting
Locations
Decks up to
7/16” Thick
Decks Thicker
Than 7/16”
Thick
The Low-Profile Swivel Base mounting follows the same
procedure as for the deck plate except that four 1/4”20 x 1-1/2” truss head screws are used to fasten the
mounting base and four additional 1/4”-20 x 2” truss
head screws fix the swivel base to the boat deck.
Installation
Decks thinner than 1/4”
Use a Cannon deck plate (PN
2200693) to prevent deflection and add stability to decks
thinner than 1/4”. Use the deck plate as a template to
mark the hole locations.
If access to the underside of
the deck is not available, the deck plate can be mounted
using screws and wellnuts. Use the deck plate as a
template to mark locations and drill 4 wellnut clearance
holes. Use four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” flat head screws and four
wellnuts to mount deck plate. Tighten the screws so the
wellnuts are firmly compressed.
Where the underside is accessible, the deck plate can be mounted using screws, nuts,
and washers. Drill 9/32” holes. Use four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2”
flat head screws, nuts and washers (flat and lock). Fasten plate to deck. To secure the mounting base to the
deckplate use four 1/4-20 x 1” truss head screws.
Low-Profile Swivel Base
NOTE: When using the telescopic boom, we strongly recommend the use of a deck plate on all boats to
provide adequate stability for the downrigger.
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INSTALLING THE BOOM AND BALL HOOK
Installation
1) Remove the ball hook collar, ball hook, and 1/4-20
nut from the included hardware bag assembly.
2) Thread the nut onto the ball hook, then thread the
ball hook into the ball hook collar. Do not tighten yet
(Figure 1).
3) Slide ball hook collar onto the end of the boom and
leave it loose. (Figure 2)
4) Insert boom with ball hook collar assembly into
frame (Figure 3) and line up holes in boom with holes
in frame (Figure 4).
FIGURE 1
5) Remove 1/4-20 x 2” bolt and 1/4-20 nylon locknut
from included hardware bag assembly.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
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6) Insert the 1/4-20 nylon locknut into the hex pocket on
the nose of the frame (motor side of frame). (Figure 5)
7) Insert 1/4-20 x 2” bolt into reel side of frame nose.
With a Phillips head screw driver, thread bolt into nylon
locknut from step 6. Tighten bolt until the end of the bolt
is flush with the top of the nut. (Figure 6)
8) Slide ball hook collar to your preferred location. Hand
tighten the ball hook into boom tube. Tighten enough so
that there is no movement on the boom. (Figure 7)
FIGURE 5
Important: Do not overtighten ball hook or permanent
deformation of the boom is possible.
9) Once ball hook is secure, with a 7/16” wrench, tighten
the 1/4-20 nut until secure with ball hook collar.
(Figure 8)
**TELESCOPIC BOOM ONLY**
To adjust the boom length (with the boom extending
away from you) rotate the clamps (See item # 8 on page
5) approximately ¼ turn counter-clockwise to unlock and
slide the boom section to the desired position. Once in
place, lock the clamps by rotating clockwise until tight.
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
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BOOM END PULLEY
Telescopic Boom
1) Remove boom end assembly from hardware bag.
2) Remove #8 self tapping screw from hardware bag.
3) Insert boom end post into end of the small tube of the
telescopic boom assembly. (Figure 9)
4) Align hole in boom post with hole in small end tube.
(Figure 10)
FIGURE 9
5) Secure boom end with #8 screw as shown. Tighten
with Phillips head screw driver.
FIGURE 10
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Your new downrigger comes with a removable spool
cover. By removing this cover, you are able to gain
easy access to your spooled cable and easy spool
removal. This feature allows you to easily access
tangled line, get it repaired and get you back into action quickly.
FIGURE 11
Installation
REMOVABLE SPOOL COVER
This feature also allows you to have
multiple reels for different types of line. By purchasing additional reels, you can wind each with a different type of cable (i.e. Uncoated cable, Coated Cable,
Mono, etc.). This allows you to switch out desired
cables quickly and easily.
NOTE: Remove all tension from the line before removing or replacing the spool.
Follow the below steps to remove the side cover:
1) Loosen and remove the clutch knob. Turn the
clutch knob clockwise until it is free of the motor shaft.
(Figures 11 & 12)
2) Loosen the two 1/4-20 Phillips head screws on opposite sides on the cover. (Figure 13)
FIGURE 12
NOTE: Screws are captured in the cover and will not
come out completely.
3) Remove the cover and you now have complete access to the spool. (Figures 14 & 15)
4) Reassemble by reversing the above steps.
Note: Take care when removing the spool over open
water so that the clutch pad or clutch disk doesn’t get
pulled off as well.
FIGURE 13
WARNING: Do not touch the cable reel while the
downrigger is in use.
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FIGURE 15
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REPLACING THE CLUTCH PAD
Installation
To replace the clutch pad, follow the steps for removing
the spool. Once the spool is removed, you have access
to the clutch pad. (Figure 16) Simply pull it off the shaft
and replace. Reassemble the spool and cover in the
reverse order.
FIGURE 16
ATTACHING THE ROD HOLDER(S)
The locking rod holder(s) incorporate a locking tooth
design which can be easily adjusted every 15° with the
soft grip knob. The symmetrical design will allow mounting of the rod holder on either side of the downrigger or
two rod holders at the same time. The unique two piece
design allows independent adjustment of the rod holder
and the rod holder arm in two axes.
(Figure 17)
Caution: This rod holder is intended for use of up to
30 lb. test line only and is not recommended for use
with any tackle IGFA (International Game Fish Association)
rated higher than 30 lb. A safety strap (not included) is
recommended for all applications.
FIGURE 17
NOTE: The rod holder assembly is not covered
under warranty when used with tackle above 30 lbs.
Equipment placed in the rod holders and the loss
thereof is the responsibility of the user and is in no
way warranted by Johnson Outdoors, Inc. Mounting
must be in accordance with the above instructions
and pictures to comply with the product warranty.
To install the rod holder(s):
FIGURE 18
1) Fasten rod holder to rod holder elbow using supplied
spring and knob.
2 ) Attach the rod holder to the downrigger on either side
using the supplied spring and knob. (Figure 19)
3) Repeat the above steps for the other side if (2) rod
holders are to be mounted.
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The rod holders can be adjusted by loosening either
knob until the locking teeth are free from each other.
Rotate the rod holder or arm to the desired position and
re-tighten knob.
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FIGURE 19
Installation
TERMINATING THE DOWNRIGGER CABLE
TIP: Use only straight cable when routing thru the terminator. Worn or kinked cable can be stressed
and may break prematurely when retrieving trolling weights.
ATTACHING THE LINE RELEASE (UNI-RELEASE)
The Cannon Uni-Release attaches directly to the downrigger weight. Attach fishing line to the clip at the end of
the release, and then click through a series of increasing tension settings. The release can be used with any
test line on salt or fresh water and may be adjusted from
2 to 22 pounds of grip tension on the line.
To change line release tension, turn tension knob to (+)
to increase or (-) to decrease. Tension also may vary
according to where the line is placed in the grips. Higher
tension is on the line if it is set back toward the hinge,
and lower if set closer to the opening. To open the release, spread the release arms with thumb and forefinger applying pressure to the sides.
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Installation
USING YOUR DIGI-TROLL WITH THE INTELLITROL
ACCESSORY
Both the Digi-Troll 5 and Digi-Troll 10 are compatible
with the IntelliTroll accessory. The Digi-Troll 5 receives
the IntelliTroll data and sends it to your Humminbird fishfinder (using the Cannonlink accessory). You can also
use the Intellitroll monitor and antenna cable assembly
to display sensor information. The Digi-Troll 10 does the
same thing but also displays the IntelliTroll information
on the internal LCD display.
FIGURE 20
To install the Intellitroll on the Digi-Troll follow the below
steps:
1) Locate the antenna mounting bolt in the location
shown. (Figure 20)
2) With a 1/4” wrench, loosen the bolt and remove.
(Figure 21)
3) Install the antenna spring that came with the Intellitroll
sensor kit. Insert bolt into the closed loop on the spring.
(Figure 22)
4) Tighten bolt until tight. (Figure 23)
FIGURE 21
Caution: Do not over tighten as the stainless steel bolt
head may shear with too much torque.
5) Once the antenna is installed, run downrigger cable
through center of spring. (Figures 24 & 25)
Note: It is recommended that you use the coated cable
that came with your Intellitroll sensor for proper sensor operation. The use of non-coated could result in
poor display performance and/or a loss of data signal.
Refer to your Intellitroll owners manual for more detailed
instructions.
FIGURE 22
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Your Digi-Troll is now Intellitroll compatible. Once you
attach your Intellitroll to the cable per the instructions
included, your Digi-Troll 10 will display the data on it’s
screen. The Digi-Troll 5 will pass this data on to the
Cannonlink for display on your Humminbird fish finder.
Installation
6) Terminate cable as previously described.
FIGURE 24
FIGURE 25
USING THE INCLUDED POWER LOSS MANUAL
CRANK HANDLE
In case of a dead battery, your downrigger comes
equipped with a power loss manual crank handle. This
handle allows for the retrieval of your weight should you
lose power or have an electrical failure. To utilize the
handle follow the below steps.
WARNING: LOOSENING OR REMOVING THE
CLUTCH KNOB WILL RELEASE THE SPOOL AND
ALLOW IT TO RUN FREE. MAKE SUIRE YOU HOLD
THE SPOOL BEFORE REMOVING THE CLUTCH
KNOB.
FIGURE 26
1) Unplug downrigger and secure reel.
2) Rotating clockwise, remove the clutch knob.
(Figure 26)
CAUTION: Take care when removing the clutch knob
over open water.
3) Install the handle’s hex pattern to match the hex pattern on the spool. Once installed, you can start cranking
up your weight. (Figure 27)
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Installation
Wiring Your Downrigger
Your Boat’s Electrical Condition
It is important to make sure that your boat is properly set up before installing your Digi-Troll with Positive
Ion Control (PIC). Whenever a boat is in water, various submerged parts interact to create weak electrical currents.
These weak electrical currents must be controlled to extend the life of the boat’s metal parts and ensure a good fish
catching environment.
Check the zinc sacrificial anodes on your boat and on the outboard/outdrive. If they are more than 50% dissolved they should be replaced. Any coating of slime or growth should be cleaned off. All metal parts including the
hull (if metal) must be interconnected by a grounding wire. This includes motor shafts, outdrives, and through hull
fittings. f your boat and zinc anodes are set up correctly, the voltage on the stainless steel downrigger wire should be
positive when in contact with the water.
With your boat in the water and the downrigger cable deployed in the water, measure the dc voltage from the
cable to a grounded metal surface of the boat touching the water. It should be 0.6-0.8VDC (fixed PIC) or it should
match your Digi-Troll setting if properly wired.
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The use of Cannon vinyl coated lead weights is recommended.
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Use the trolling weight insulators supplied with your downrigger. This insulates your weight from the positive
charge on the cable. This will also ensure that the trolling weight will stop at water level when retrieved.
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The cable on your downrigger should be replaced every 2 years. Etching of the cable can weaken it physically
and electrically.
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In saltwater, make sure the sacrificial zinc anodes are replaced when half dissolved. This ensures that the boat
will run with a neutral or slightly positive charge. Clean zincs on a regular basis with a non-corrosive brush.
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Always make sure the boat is properly grounded to the water. This will help ensure proper PIC voltage on the
cable and that the Short Stop will function properly.
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NOTE: To ensure proper operation of your Digi-Troll, ground the battery to your boat’s electrical system’s
ground. Malfunctions with the PIC, communication between units, or loss of operation result from faulty
grounding. Always check to see if your boat is properly grounded first.
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Electrical Specifications & Wiring Instructions
The Digi-Troll is rated at 30 amps (full load), 12 volts DC and is protected by a 25 amp manual reset circuit
breaker (located under motor housing). Be sure to measure the battery voltage of your boat.
WARNING! - DO NOT RUN THIS DOWNRIGGER ON A 24 VOLT BATTERY SYSTEM. THIS WILL DAMAGE THE
UNIT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Connecting to the Battery:
It is strongly recommended that a fuse or manual reset circuit breaker be installed at the battery on the positive
lead of the power cable or that you connect the downrigger to a battery selector switch. (See Fuse and Wire Specifications) Connect the positive lead (RED) to the (+) post on your battery and the negative lead (BLACK) to the (-) post
on your battery or the downrigger will not operate. Use the quick disconnect plug to remove the downrigger without
touching the battery.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to power your Digi-Troll with a Deep-Cycle marine battery. Only run a Digi-Troll
from a Starter battery if it is recharged by an alternator while trolling.
Tip: Control degradation of the power cables and limit corrosion by using anti-oxidant gel on all connections.
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For safety and compliance reasons, we recommend that you follow American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards when
rigging your boat. Altering boat wiring should be completed by a qualified technician. The following specifications are for general
guidelines only:
Installation
Rigging and Installation Guidelines:
CAUTION: These guidelines apply to general rigging to support your Cannon Downrigger. Powering multiple Downriggers or
additional electrical devices from the same power circuit may impact the recommended wire gauge. If you are using wire longer
than that provided with your unit, follow the chart below. If you are running more than 30 feet from the battery, we recommend that
you contact a qualified marine technician.
Wire Specifications:
0-15 ft.
15-25 ft.
25-30 ft.
(0-5 meters)
(5-8 meters)
(8-9 meters)
10 gauge
8 gauge
6 gauge
Fuse/Breaker Specifications:
30 Amp, 32 Volt, waterproof, fast blow
Powering Multiple Downriggers
When operating multiple Digi-Trolls, run a maximum of 2 downriggers per dedicated battery. The advanced
features of the Digi-Troll can keep the unit working virtually all the time. (See below for the recommended wiring
setup.)
Typical Operating Time*:
1 Digi-Troll per battery – 24 hours.
2 Digi-Trolls per battery – 10 hours.
*Time based on lab results using a 15lb weight and Deep-Cycle batteries. Actual run time will vary.
Specifications de Fusible/Brisant :
30 Ampere, 32 volts, impermeables, souffle vite
Specifications Metalliques :
0-15 ft.
(0-5 metres)
15-25 ft.
(5-8 metres)
25-30 ft.
(8-9 metres)
Red
(+)
Black ( – )
Connect Multiple
Batteries in Parallel
10 calibre
8 calibre
6 calibre
PRUDENCE: Ces directives s’appliquent au general truquant pour soutenir votre Canon Downrigger. Le branchement de
Downriggers multiple ou les artifices electriques supplementaires du meme circuit de pouvoir peut avoir un impact sur Ie calibre
metallique recommande. Si vous utilisez Ie fil plus long que cela fourni avec votre unite, suivez Ie graphique ci-dessous. Si vous
dirigez plus de 30 pieds de la batterie, no us recommandons que vous contactez un technicien marin qualifie.
Pour la securite et les raisons d’acquiescement, nous recommandons que vous suivez Ie Conseil d’Yacht et de Bateau america in
(ABYC) les normes en truquant votre bateau . Le changement de I’installation electrique de bateau devrait etre accompli par un
technicien qualifie. Les specifications suivantes sont pour les directives generales seulement :
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Digi-Troll Transducer
By purchasing the optional Digi-Troll transducer accessory (1491072), the Digi-Troll 10 is able to display water depth
and independently bottom track.
Installing the Optional Transducer
Proper transducer installation is critical to the performance of your Digi-Troll’s depth tracking features. For best results, follow all mounting instructions carefully.
Where to Mount the Transducer
Any location along the bottom edge of the transom is acceptable. The preferred mounting position is within the center
1/3 of the transom excluding the area directly in line with the boat’s propeller. The transducer must be mounted where
the water is smooth and free of bubbles. It may be helpful to drive your boat at a variety of speeds and observe where
the water flows most smoothly off the transom before deciding on a mounting location. The sonar signals cannot
travel through either open air or turbulent water, therefore, you must make sure that the transducer is in contact with
undisturbed water at all times.
If you have an aluminum boat, avoid placing the transducer behind a row of rivets. The rivets will cause turbulence
and air bubbles. Water turbulence is minimized when the transducer face is mounted below the bottom of your boat.
In certain applications for non-metallic hulled boats, the transducer can be positioned in the bilge with the bottom surface of the transducer as level as possible. Make sure that the transducer is submerged at least 2 inches at all times.
How to Mount the Transducer
To mount the transducer, you will need:
A slotted screwdriver
A phillips screwdriver
Drill with a No. 28 or 9/64” bit
3/8” wrench
Silicone caulk
Follow the mounting instructions supplied with your transducer mounting hardware. Attach the transducer to the
brackets and tighten the bolts just enough to hold it in place. Using the brackets as a guide, mark and drill the four
mounting screw holes 1/2” to 5/8” deep, using the No. 28 or 9/64” drill.
Loosely attach the transducer to the transom of your boat with the four #8 self tapping screws supplied. Adjust the
brackets until the desired height is achieved and snug up the screws.
The flat surface on the transducer should be as parallel with the water surface as possible, but tipped forward just
enough to keep water pressure on the flat surface when the boat is moving and should be 1/16” to 1/8” below the hull
of the boat. Tighten up the bolts.
Remove the #8 self tapping screws one at a time and fill the hole with silicone caulk. Failure to do so may seriously
damage your boat! Reinsert each screw and tighten.
NOTE: On aluminum boats it may be necessary to use a wooden backing plate between the transom and the brackets. Attach a 7” piece of 1 x 6 hardwood flush with the bottom of the hull, and attach the transducer per the above
instructions. Be sure to varnish the wood and silicone the screw holes thoroughly to prevent leakage and damage to
your boat.
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After mounting the transducer, route the transducer cable to your Digi-Troll. Connect the transducer cable to the
transducer plug at the back of the downrigger. Be sure not to damage the cable jacket. Keep the cable away from
ignition, tachometer, alternator and other electrical wiring to prevent interference. Do not cut, splice or shorten the
cable. Coil the excess and secure it in place. The transducer cable NEEDS to be connected before turning the unit
on.
Getting Started
Transducer Cable Routing
Connector removal or cable splicing voids the product warranty.
Once the transducer is mounted and connected to your Digi-Troll 10, the display will show the bottom depth under
SONAR DEPTH on the display.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
TRANSDUCER INPUT
DISPLAYED SONAR DEPTH
FIGURE 28
POWER CABLE
FIGURE 29
GETTING STARTED
Operating the Digi-troll 10
The Digi-troll 10 offers you the most advanced features available in a downrigger.
• Variable Positive Ion Control.
• Large LCD digital display for weight depth and easy programming.
• Networking operation allowing you to chain several Digi-Troll 10s together for bottom following with only one
transducer. (Optional transducer and interfacing cable required)
• Cycling mode allows the weight to be cycled between two programmable depths.
• Store five pre-programmed weight depths that can be selected at the touch of a key.
• AUTO-UP key to quickly raise the weight to water surface.
• Bottom depth monitor mode allows your downrigger to be used as a depth finder (optional transducer required).
• A permanent storage memory to retain all the settings.
• Variable speed operation
• High efficiency motor
• Compatibility with Cannonlink and Humminbird fishfinders (1100, 900, 700, or Matrix Series).
• Display of the Humminbird depth on the Cannon LCD screen (using Cannonlink).
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Getting Started
Digi-Troll 10 Display
When the power cord is plugged in, press the power button on the keypad to turn on the downrigger. In normal usage, the display will indicate the depth of the weight in feet.
(Note: A negative depth indicates distance above the water surface).
During programming of special features, the display is used to indicate various settings.
Digi-troll 10 Keypad
The Digi-troll 10’s key pad has eight keys located below the display.
Power
The ON/OFF key functions:
1) Turn the Digi-troll ON - Simply press and release.
2) Turn the Digi-troll OFF - Press and hold power button for three seconds.
MENU
The Menu moves the display through up to eight
screens for programming (see section on programming
for details). After 7 seconds of inactivity on the key pad,
the screen reverts back to the weight line out display.
UP
During manual operation, this key raises the weight
when pressed. In programming mode, the UP key
increases numeric values.
DOWN
During manual operation, this key lowers the weight
when pressed. In programming mode, the DOWN
key decreases numeric values.
WATER ZERO
The water zero key provides a reset option for
depth. When pressed and held, the line out count
will reset to zero.
MENU
The menu key provides access to all programming
submenus.
RUN
This key is typically used to execute a function after
selected using the menu system.
SELECT
Use the Select key to set or display the pre-programmed weight depths when in the Depth screen.
To move the weight to any of the depths indicated,
press the RUN key. Another function of the Select
is to step through sub-menus when you are setting
certain programmable parameters.
AUTO UP
Press AUTO UP to raise the weight to the water
zero set point at any time. AUTO UP uses the
speed 5 regardless of your setting and cancels any
other mode of operation (bottom following, cycling,
etc.) when used.
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The icons for the Digi-Troll 10 display are illustrated below. Icons will illuminate as they become applicable to
function settings.
Backlight Feature
Both the keypad and LCD use electroluminescence technology for backlighting the LCD icons and the keypad
buttons. This feature makes it easier to fish in low light conditions with your Digi-Troll 10.
The backlighting will automatically illuminate upon power up of the downrigger. It will time-out after 3 hours of
continuous use. To restart another 3 hour lighting cycle, press the power button briefly without turning off the
downrigger.
Daytime Use
Getting Started
Digi-Troll 10 LCD Display
Night/Low Light Use
LCD Icon Layout
Programming the Digi-troll 10
The Digi-troll 10 contains up to eight menus that enable you to program and customize its operation. Any changes
made using the menu system are automatically saved in permanent memory when the downrigger is turned off.
NOTE: The downrigger must be turned off with the power button for the settings to be saved.
The MENU key is used to enter each of the menus starting from the default screen (referred to as the depth screen).
Sub levels, if any, are entered using the Select key. Additionally, pressing the Select key when in the depth screen
allows you to display, change and activate up to five programmable weight depths.
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The Menu System
The chart below summarizes the Digi-troll 10’s menu system in the order of occurrence.
While programming, the UP key is used to increase the value and the DOWN key is used to
decrease the value. Remember during programming, if there is no activity on the keypad for 7 seconds, the menu
reverts back to the default depth screen.
NOTE: The Cycling, Speeds, Line On Reel, and PIC menu options are NOT accessible through the downrigger when
connected to Cannonlink.
Bottom Track
The Bottom Track mode is designed to help you fish consistently
near the bottom. This mode of operation requires one of the following:
1) Connection to Cannonlink and a compatible Humminbird fishfinder (only settable at fishfinder).
or
2) Optional sonar transducer attached to your downrigger and mounted according to the instructions in this manual.
In the bottom track mode, the Digi-troll 10 maintains the weight at a fixed distance above the bottom. In order
to avoid continuous weight adjustments due to minor changes in bottom depth and boat motion caused by wave action, you have the ability to adjust the responsiveness of the weight. You can also define the maximum depth that you
wish the weight to go to, regardless of the bottom depth.
1.
Caution:
In order to keep the weight from touching the bottom, make sure that the bottom is well below the band that
you have selected.
Bottom Track Menu
From the depth screen, press the menu key once. The screen shows the user-set depth limit that the weight will travel
to regardless of the bottom depth. Press the UP key to increase and DOWN key to decrease. Caution: For obvious
reasons, this limit must not exceed the bottom depth and/or the length of the cable. Complete running out of the cable
will result in back spooling or loss of cable.
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Now press the RUN key to activate the Bottom Following feature or press Select key to adjust the distance that the
weight is to remain off the bottom. The range is from +50 to -50 feet. Use the negative range to compensate for the
Blowback of the weight at high trolling speeds. Press the UP or DOWN key to increase or decrease the value and
press RUN key to activate the Bottom Track or press Select key once more to adjust the sensitivity of the weight
depth adjustment to minor variations in depth and/or motion of the boat due to wave action. Use UP or DOWN key to
adjust. The range is 1 to 16 feet. For relatively calm water, start with a setting of 4 feet. The weight will now adjust its
depth only when the bottom depth increases by 4 feet or more. However, it will always adjust for any decrease in bottom depth regardless of this setting.
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Cycling Menu
From the depth screen, press the MENU key once (or once from the Bottom Track screen if the transducer is connected) to enter this menu. The first screen allows you to adjust the pause time of the weight between cycling movements. Press UP or DOWN to adjust. You can adjust the cycle time in steps of 1 second increments from 5 to 60
seconds. Press the “RUN” button to activate.
Press Select to adjust the cycle depth. Down (dn) will be displayed for the down boundary. Press the UP or DOWN
key to increase or decrease the down boundary. Press Select again to adjust the UP boundary. Press the UP or
DOWN key to increase or decrease the up boundary.
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Getting Started
Up Speed Menu
This menu lets you adjust the speed of the weight in the UP direction from 1 to 5 (1 slowest, 5 fastest) at all times
except during the AUTO UP operation. AUTO UP is always at speed 5.
Press the MENU key three times from the depth screen or once from the cycle menu. Use UP or DOWN key to select
one of the five speeds.
Down Speed Menu
This menu lets you adjust the speed of the weight in the DOWN direction at all times.
Press the Select menu to toggle between up and down speed selection. Use UP or DOWN key to select one of five
speeds.
Positive Ion Control Menu
This menu lets you control the PIC level from 0.2 vdc to 1.2 vdc.
Press the Menu four times from the depth screen or once from the up/down screen.
Line On Reel Menu
This menu lets you set the amount of line on the reel. Increments are in 50 ft. This setting is important in determining
true line out.
Press the Menu five times from the depth screen or once from the PIC screen.
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Press the Menu six times from the depth screen or once from the Line On Reel Screen
Getting Started
Units Menu
This menu lets you switch between English and Metric units.
Un/Coated Menu
This menu lets you switch between Cannon coated and uncoated cable. This setting is important as well in determining accurate line out.
Press the Menu seven times from the depth screen or once form the Units screen.
Sonar Offset Menu
This menu lets you set an offset for your sonar value. In comparison with your Humminbird or other transducer, if
your Digi-Troll transducer is mounted a foot or two of difference in height you can account for that difference.
Press the Menu eight times from the depth screen or once from the Un/Coated screen.
Bottom Depth Display
(Cannonlink or Optional Transducer Required)
This feature allows your downrigger to be used as a depth finder by continuously displaying the bottom depth. The
unit needs to be hooked up to either the optional Digi-Troll transducer or a Humminbird fishfinder (1100, 900, 700, or
Matrix Series) via the Cannonlink module. If hooked up to Cannonlink, the sonar display will match the fishfinders
depth. The connection to the Cannonlink or transducer will need to be installed prior to power up of the downrigger.
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Getting Started
Using Programmable Depths
The Digi-troll 10 allows you to program and store up to five depths for quick movement of the weight without having to
manually hold the DOWN key until the desired depth is reached. When in the (default) depth screen, simply press the
Select key until the required depth memory is displayed. For example, pressing the Select key three times will result
in a display similar to that shown on the opposite page. Use UP or DOWN keys to change the depth if desired and
press the RUN key to move the weight to that depth.
Digi-Troll Factory Settings
Your Digi-troll 10 was shipped with the following factory settings so that you can use your downrigger immediately
without further programming.
Depth Memory Settings:
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
25 feet
50 feet
75 feet
100 feet
150 feet
Bottom Following
Maximum bottom following depth
Distance of weight off bottom
Sensitivity
50 feet
10 feet
6 feet
Cycling
Cycle time
Cycle depth UP
Cycle depth DOWN
5 seconds
90 feet
100 feet
Line on Reel
Up speed
Down speed
PIC
Cable setting
Units
400 feet
3
3
0.6 vdc
Uncoated
English
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Up to six Digi-Troll series downriggers can be networked together. The units can either be network together with the
optional transducer or networked together with the Cannonlink accessory. To network your downriggers you will need
the Relay Cable Accessory (019634) between each downrigger you would like to link. To link using the transducer, install and hook up tranducer as described in the Transducer Cable Routing section. Once the transducer is hooked up
to the first downrigger, install the Relay Cable Accessory from the initial downrigger Data Out connector on the back
of the downrigger to the Data In connector on the next downrigger. Repeat for all connected downrigger. To network
the downriggers using Cannonlink, the Cannonlink cable will install to the Data In connector on the first downrigger.
Connect all other downriggers by connecting the Relay Cable Accessory from the Data Out to the Data In of the next
downrigger. A terminator is needed on the last downrigger Data Out in order for the downriggers to properly communicate. This terminator is included in the Cannonlink accessory.
Getting Started
Networking your Digi-Trolls
DATA OUT
CIRCUIT BREAKER
POWER CABLE
FIGURE 30
DATA IN
Optional Intellitroll Accessory
The Digi-Troll series is compatible with the Cannon Intellitroll Speed and Temp sensor. The Intellitroll sensor gives
the user the speed, temperature, and depth at the weight. With the Digi-Troll 10, this information is displayed on the
built in LCD display. The Digi-Troll 10 will automatically recognize the Intellitroll when the Intellitroll is powered up.
DISPLAYED INTELLITROLL DATA
FIGURE 31
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Fishing Theory
Fishing With Your Downrigger
After programming your Digi-Troll,
release some line from your rod and reel so that the lure
is anywhere from 5 to 100 feet behind the boat. This is
called drop back. Attach the fishing line firmly into the
line release. Press and hold the down key to lower the
weight to the desired depth as indicated on the display
or select a pre-programmed weight depth. Place the
fishing rod in the rod holder and reel up the slack so that
your rod has a slight bend in it. When a fish strikes the
lure, the line will separate from the release. Then you
will be free to fight the fish and bring it in on your rod
and reel.
Manual Descent
By turning the clutch knob gently clockwise (toward
the boom), you can let your trolling weight descend as
fast or as slowly as you wish. Turning the knob counterclockwise (away from the boom) stops the weight. This
gives you control to let it plunge rapidly or sink slowly to
a predetermined trolling depth. With multiple downriggers, you could start all your weights creeping down,
one at a time, and then stop them each in turn.
Note: In order to track line out, the Digi-Troll must
be turned on.
The Positive Ion Control System
Your boat has an electrical charge
around the hull in water. If a boat is properly grounded
and has a proper zinc anode, that charge should be
slightly positive when measured from ground to the
downrigger cable. Positive Ion Control (PIC) is the use
of electricity to control that charge and its fluctuation so
that it is always maintained at a specified set voltage.
The practice of setting up and maintaining a slight positive charge on fishing gear has been
used by commercial fishermen for many years. This
practice has enabled some fisherman to increase yield
when used along with other good fishing and boating
practices.
Cannon’s electric downriggers offer
fishermen a big advantage in being able to stabilize and
control the positive charge around their boat. Because
of the composite construction of the frame, Cannon
downriggers are insulated from your boat’s hull charge.
When the stainless steel downrigger
cable is lowered into the water, the natural ionization between the cable and the boat creates a positive charge
of 0.7 to 0.9 volts in saltwater and 0.3 to 0.6 volts in
fresh water. This natural voltage is dependent upon
salinity and mineral content of the water. Your actual
voltage may vary.
WARNING—DO NOT TOUCH THE CABLE REEL
WHILE THE DOWNRIGGER IS IN USE!
The Short Stop System
The Short Stop system is composed of three critical
components: the electronic unit, the reel conductive
path, and the trolling weight insulator.
While the downrigger cable is in the water, there is
a minute electrical current that flows between the cable
and the grounded metal boat components in the water.
When the cable clears the water, this current flow will
stop. The Short Stop system senses this interruption
and turns off the motor. The trolling weight insulator is
used to break the cable contact to the water while the
weight is still in the water. The reel conductive path allows the circuit path to be made through the structure of
the downrigger.
NOTE: It may be necessary to use two trolling
weight insulators.
NOTICE: Short stop and Positive Ion
Control features do not function when
spooled with monofilament or super
lines or if the boat is not properly
grounded.
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Stopping the weight at water level eliminates the
cable strain caused by bouncing weights or weights hitting the boom end. Stopping at water level will also keep
the weight from hitting the boat hull.
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Cable Terminator
Weight Insulator
Maintaining Your Downrigger
Periodically, lightly grease the thrust
bearing and bearing race found behind the clutch knob.
Replace the cable at least every two years.
There are no user serviceable parts internal to the
Digi-Troll. Your warranty will be void if opened by
anyone other than an authorized or factory service
center. For repairs or servicing your downrigger
refer to the Warranty Information section of this
booklet.
Positive Ion Control Theory
How the Positive Ion Control System Works
The PIC system uses an internal circuit
that passes the voltage through the drive train of the
Digi-Troll to the shaft. The shaft contacts the cable
by means of a ball bearing, spring and, lastly, a one
direction button head screw. Care must be taken to
ensure contact between the cable and the screw when
replacing the cable. When using coated cable, 3-4 ft of
coating must be striped when terminating the cable to
reel. Take care in ensuring that the striped portion is in
contact with the button head screw.
The Positive Ion Control system applies a variable 0.2 to 1.2 volts on the trolling cable at all
times.
Measuring the Natural Electrolysis and PIC Voltage
on Your Boat
A voltmeter with a scale of zero to one
volt will measure the natural electrolysis. Place the
ground lead of the meter on the motor or the battery
ground. Place the positive lead on the stainless steel
downrigger cable while it is in the water. The downrigger
must be unplugged. The voltage you measure on the
volt meter is your boat’s natural electrolysis voltage. Use
the same set up to measure the PIC voltage; just plug in
the Digi-Troll and adjust the PIC voltage desired.
Using Positive Ion Control
Positive Ion Control is very effective
when trolling. The zone of attraction created at the
downrigger wire will attract the fish. It is best to use a
short drop back between the downrigger release and the
lure. Drop backs of 10 to 20 ft. are typical. A drop back
of 50 to 100 ft. will entirely negate the effects of the PIC
circuit. Fishing depths greater than 125 ft. may require a
slightly higher PIC voltage. If you return to shallow water
fishing remember to turn the PIC voltage down again.
The correct PIC setting for best fishing
advantage varies, depending on fish type and location.
To fully benefit from PIC technology, it is important that
you experiment with the PIC setting to find the proper
voltage for the gamefish in the area.
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Simply stated, blowback is what happens to the downrigger weight when you pull it through
the water behind your boat. As your speed increases,
so does the horizontal distance between the weight
and your downrigger. The faster you go, the farther the
weight is behind you. The farther the weight is behind
you, the shallower the weight is.
The following charts provide you with
blowback information for three sizes of Cannon downrigger weights pulled at three different speeds with no
lures attached and with no current. Current drag, water
salinity and the use of non-Cannon products will affect
your actual trolling depth.
As an example, the first chart shows that if you are trolling at 4 MPH with an 8 pound weight and you have 100
FT. of cable in the water with no current; the downrigger
ball is actually at a depth of about 80 FT.
Blowback Charts
8-Lb. Weight at 2, 4, and 6 MPH
2 MPH
Actual Depth of Weight (ft.)
Blowback Calculations
Blowback
4 MPH
6 MPH
Amount of Cable in Water (ft.)
10-Lb. Weight at 2, 4, and 6 MPH
2 MPH
ActualDepth of Weight (ft.)
4 MPH
6 MPH
Amount of Cable in Water (ft.)
12-Lb. Weight at 2, 4, and 6 MPH
2 MPH
Actual Depth of Weight (ft.)
4 MPH
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6 MPH
Amount of Cable in Water (ft.)
2)
Consider different sizes, shapes, and
colors of lures. No one has ever figured out with precision what makes a fish strike or snub a lure. There is
no doubt, that matching the forage (minnows, crayfish,
etc.) in color, shape, action, and size can help trigger
those strikes from hungry fish. On the other hand, if fish
such as bluegills, small mouth bass or Coho salmon are
protecting spawning beds, they may attack whatever is
threatening. So, bright colors in lures may out produce
bland colors.
3)
Vary trolling speeds. Goosing the engine now and then or slowing to a crawl every so often
will change the action of the lures and may get fish to
strike them.
4) Vary trolling patterns and lead lengths. The amount
of line you let out often determines how deep the lure
will run and, to some extent, what degree of action it will
impart. For starters, consider running lures about ten
feet behind downrigger weights. If flat line trolling, put
them back about fifty feet, then experiment depending
on what the fish do.
Trolling patterns affect lure action too, that is why
some anglers like to wheel a lazy S course. On turns,
outside lures will speed up momentarily while inside
lures hang for a moment or two. Fish may nail lures that
change speeds. Also, zigzag patterns allow for more
water coverage, plus it keeps lures out of propeller boil,
an important consideration for browns and other wary
species.
that fish occupy certain areas for certain reasons
(sources of food, protective cover, preferred temperatures, etc.).
Trolling Tips
Ten Good Trolling Tips
1)
Test your lures over the boat side before sending them down and back. Do this to make sure
the lure wiggles and wobbles properly without going
belly up or wandering off. Some lures can be adjusted,
fine tuned actually, to impart maximum action. For example, a slight bend in the tail of a spoon or twist of the
hook eye in the nose of a plug can make a noticeable
difference in how the lure performs.
Also, when running two or more lures, make sure the
offerings are compatible. Lures that run out of harmony
with each other are bound to tangle and that means
wasted time to straighten out the mess. Testing them
first will avoid the problem.
6)
Consider special knots and swivels. A
good ball bearing swivel will all but eliminate line twist
and will aid in getting maximum performance from a
lure. Many anglers add the tiny swivels to split rings already on the lure itself. On the other hand, a swivel may
dampen the action of a sensitive lure, such as a Rapala.
Some fisherman tie tiny improved clinch or loop knots.
Loop knots in particular may enhance up and down and
side to side action of lures. Any good fishing manual will
explain how to tie these and other knots.
7)
Consider releases for flatline trolling.
A good tip is to secure a piece of downrigger cable or
heavy monofilament to the water ski hook or handle
below the transom of most boats. To the other end of
the mono or cable, add a pinch-r-release. After letting
out your lure to the desire distance, put the rod in its
holder, then bend the tip and secure the fishing line in
the release.
8)
Add a weed guard. Having trouble with
weeds hanging up lures? Consider tying a three-inch
piece of monofilament a foot above the lure. Leaves,
smaller weeds and other debris may catch here momentarily then fall off to the side of the lure without tangling.
Weedless lures are another smart consideration. Downrigger cables are effective weed catchers when trolling
for pike, muskies, or bass in weed-infested lakes.
9)
Add a stinger hook. When fish short
strike, slap at lures without becoming hooked, adding a
stinger hook can solve the problem. Simply tie a treble
hook to one end of a four inch piece of monofilament
and then tie the extra hook to the last gang of hooks on
your lure. The stinger hook, which trails the lure, provides extra insurance.
10)
Keep hooks sharp. Some of the best
fishermen sharpen all hooks after every fish caught.
Hooks get dull through both use and misuse, and probably more fish are lost to dull points than anything else.
5) Locate fish on a vertical plane. Place lures in areas
where fish might be. Skilled fishermen call these areas the “strike zones”. They include the edges of the
week beds, structure along bottom, drop-offs, preferred
temperature of the target species, and the thermocline.
Remember
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM:
In the UP or AUTO-UP mode the downrigger stops
periodically but the display stays on or the circuit
breaker trips repeatedly.
SOLUTION:
• Low battery. The battery voltage at the power cord
is less than 11.5 volts (measure with a volt meter
while the downrigger is pulling up the weight).
•
Power cable is too long or too small in diameter.
Use 8 or 10 gauge wire if the distance between the
battery and the downrigger is greater than 6 feet.
•
Do not overload the downrigger. It is designed to lift
up to 20 lb. weights only.
PROBLEM:
Unit does not turn on.
SOLUTION:
•
Check polarity on power cable.
•
Check circuit breaker(s)
PROBLEM:
Unit does not count the amount of cable retrieved
correctly.
SOLUTION:
Verify the correct line type (Coated/Uncoated) and
line on reel is set to the correct length.
PROBLEM:
Unit does not count the depth correctly.
SOLUTION:
• Current was interrupted and circuit board was reset.
•
Check power cable connections and try to prevent
power interruption.
•
Retrieve the trolling weight using UP or AUTO-UP.
•
Unplug the power cable for 30 seconds and then
reconnect.
•
Reset the Zero Depth to your desired position.
•
Verify all magnets are present in the spool.
1.
PROBLEM:
Unit does not display sonar depth correctly or at all.
SOLUTION:
With the transducer connected, power down the
downrigger, wait 30 seconds, and power on the
downrigger.
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PROBLEM:
Bottom-Following option does not work.
SOLUTION:
• Check cable connections with transducer or
with Cannonlink.
• Check transducer mounting.
PROBLEM:
Clutch slips
SOLUTION:
• Retighten clutch knob. Clutch knob should be
just tight enough that the clutch does not slip
when downrigger is in normal use. Do not use
tools of any kind to tighten the clutch, hand
tightening should always be sufficient.
• Check clutch disc condition by removing side
cover and spool. Replace if necessary.
PROBLEM:
Unit does not stop at water line.
SOLUTION:
Using the up and down buttons, adjust the weight
so it is at or a little below the water line. Use the
Water Zero button to set that as the new water zero
point. Note: due to cable stack this water zero point
may shift up or down. It may have to be adjusted
continuously depending on the amount of up and
down cycles.
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FRAME, RAW
NUT-HEX 1/4-20 SS 300SRS
INSERT, PUSH ON
INSERT, BASE
SCREW-#8-18 X 3/8 THD* (SS)
LENS-WINDOW MAG DTIV
KEYPAD, DIGI-TROLL 10
SEAL PLATE, DT10
CON XCAP MINI-CON PANEL MOUNT
WASHER, SEAL, DATA
HARNESS, COMM
HARNESS, TRANSDUCER
HARNESS, RF ANTENNA
HDW INSERT SS PRESS 1/4IN(SUB)
SCREW-#6-32x3/8,TRIM’D HEX CAP
CIRCUIT BREAKER, 25 AMP
BOOT CIRCUIT BREAKER
ASSY, POWER CABLE, RETRO(SUB)
STRAIN-RELIEF, HEYCO M4502
MOTOR/GEAR HOUSING ASSY
SCREW-FLANGE HEX HI-LO
ASY PCA,DIGI-TRLL 10,10TS
COVER, MOTOR
MIC VENT,PTFE LU LRA MATERIAL
GASKET, COVER
SCREW-#10X.75”PPH HI-LO SS
PLATE, CLUTCH SHAFT
PIN, DRIVESHAFT
PAD, CLUTCH
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2263102
3394722
3394702
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3396510
3394019
3396603
700176
3391730
3391220
3391221
3391223
1234002
3393426
3398205
1221491
3993220
3392920
3996515
3393411
3394008
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3393480
3391907
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3395634
9010280
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3390103
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3390205
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3775397
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KNOB-CANNON, SOFT GRIP
BASE-MOUNT, DT PRO/MAG ST
ASY, MNT BASE DT/MAG(SUB)
HDW BEARING SWIVEL BASE
HDW RETAINER RELEASE NUT
PLATE, INDEX TS
BRK PLATE SWIVEL
ASY PLATE BASE MACHINED
HDW SPRING RELEASE PIN
PIN - RELEASE
HDW KNB RELEASE PIN
CNN ASY, SWIVEL BASE
DECAL-PIC BLACK
DECAL- SIDE, BLACK
HDW BEARING, THRUST
HDW WASHER, THRUST
KNOB, SOFT GRIP, CLUTCH
O-RING, KNOB
WASHER #10 NYLON RETAINING
SCREW-1/4-20 X 3/4 SS PPMS
COVER, REEL
CON LEADER SLEEVE
400’ CABLE
CERAMIC MAGNET P/N 42-B-5020
SCREW-#10-16X.75”HI-LO SS
PLATE, CLUTCH REEL
SCREW-DRIVE #14 X .75” SS
BALL BEARING, REEL
SPRING, REEL
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2200148
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9100101
9100100
2371712
2263103
9280713
9280720
3390005
2303412
3393124
3393485
3392013
3391507
3392300
3392520
3990200
3397900
2210821
2277002
3394602
3392033
3394200
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RING, RETAINING, 1/4” SHAFT
(SUB)
WASHER, SEALING
NUT, HEX, MINI-CON-X
HANDLE-CRANK, MANUAL
SCREW-1/4-20 x 2” SS, PPH
HDW BOLT 1/4-20 ROLLEDTHD HOOK
ASY SNAP & INSULATOR
HDW SNAP SWIVEL 4/0-37 MARLIN
CUSHION SLEEVE TERMINATOR
CON TERMINATOR
WASHER-FLAT 9/32 X 5/8 X 1/16
NUT-1/4-20 NYLOCK SS
HDW SCR 1/4 20X1 1/2 TRUSS HEA
HDW SCR 1/4 20X2 TRUSS HD PHIL
BEARING-NYLINER, #8L5-1/2-F
SCREW-#6-20 X 5/8 SELF TAP
NUT-#10-32 NYLOK 18-8 SS
SCREW-#10-24X1.75 PPHMS S
BOOM END, NEW
SHIM, BOOM END
SHEEVE, PULLEY
CASE, PULLEY
ASSY-CNN, BOOM END
BALL HOOK EXTRUSION
ASY BOOM TELESCOPIC
ASY HDW RELEASE UNIVERSAL
WASHER, FLAT, #8, SS
TUBE, DUAL AXIS RD HLDR
ARM, DUAL AXIS-ROD HOLDER
ASSY-CNN, ROD HOLDER
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In the U.S.A., replacement parts may be ordered directly from CANNON Parts Dept., 121 Power Drive, Mankato, Minnesota 56001. Be sure to provide the MODEL and SERIAL
numbers of your downrigger when ordering parts. Please use the correct part numbers from the parts list. Payment for any parts ordered from the CANNON parts department,
may be by cash, personal check, Discover Card, MasterCard or VISA. To order, call 1-800-227-6433 or FAX 1-800-527-4464.
SCREW #8-18 x 5/8” THD (SS)
400’ CABLE
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400’ CABLE
FRAME, TS
NUT-HEX 1/4-20 SS 300SRS
INSERT, PUSH ON
INSERT, BASE
SCREW-#8-18 X 3/8 THD* (SS)
LENS-WINDOW MAG DTIV
KEYPAD, DIGI-TROLL 10
SEAL PLATE, DT10
CON XCAP MINI-CON PANEL MOUNT
WASHER, SEAL, DATA
HARNESS, COMM
HARNESS, TRANSDUCER
HARNESS, RF ANTENNA
HDW INSERT SS PRESS 1/4IN(SUB)
SCREW-#6-32x3/8,TRIM’D HEX CAP
CIRCUIT BREAKER, 25 AMP
BOOT CIRCUIT BREAKER
ASSY, POWER CABLE, RETRO(SUB)
STRAIN-RELIEF, HEYCO M4502
MOTOR/GEAR HOUSING ASSY
SCREW-FLANGE HEX HI-LO
ASY PCA,DIGI-TRLL 10,10TS
COVER, MOTOR, TS
MIC VENT,PTFE LU LRA MATERIAL
GASKET, COVER
SCREW-#10X.75”PPH HI-LO SS
PLATE, CLUTCH SHAFT
PIN, DRIVESHAFT
PAD, CLUTCH
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3394722
3394702
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3396510
3394019
3396603
700176
3391730
3391220
3391221
3391223
1234002
3393426
3398205
1221491
3993220
3392920
3996515
3393411
3394008
3390204
401966-3
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3391907
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3391955
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3391919
2267002
2267001
2287002
3392600
2249001
2998905
3395711
3395634
9010280
3391737
3390103
3394605
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2373434
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TUBE, DUAL AXIS RD HLDR
ARM, DUAL AXIS-ROD HOLDER
ASSY-CNN, ROD HOLDER
RING, RETAINING, 1/4” SHAFT
KNOB-CANNON, SOFT GRIP
BASE-MOUNT, DT PRO/MAG ST
ASY, MNT BASE DT/MAG(SUB)
HDW BEARING SWIVEL BASE
HDW RETAINER RELEASE NUT
PLATE, INDEX TS
BRK PLATE SWIVEL
ASY PLATE BASE MACHINED
HDW SPRING RELEASE PIN
PIN - RELEASE
HDW KNB RELEASE PIN
CNN ASY, SWIVEL BASE
DECAL-PIC TS
DECAL- SIDE, BLACK
HDW BEARING, THRUST
HDW WASHER, THRUST
KNOB, SOFT GRIP, CLUTCH
O-RING, KNOB
WASHER #10 NYLON RETAINING
SCREW-1/4-20 X 3/4 SS PPMS
COVER, REEL, TS
CON LEADER SLEEVE
400’ CABLE
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9280720
3390005
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3393124
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3392013
3391507
3392300
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3392010
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SALTWATER RELEASE
(SUB)
WASHER, SEALING
NUT, HEX, MINI-CON-X
CERAMIC MAGNET
HANDLE-CRANK, MANUAL
SCREW-1/4-20 x 2” SS, PPH
HDW BOLT 1/4-20 ROLLEDTHD HOOK
ASY SNAP & INSULATOR
HDW SNAP SWIVEL 4/0-37 MARLIN
CUSHION SLEEVE TERMINATOR
CON TERMINATOR
WASHER-FLAT 9/32 X 5/8 X 1/16
NUT-1/4-20 NYLOCK SS
HDW SCR 1/4 20X1 1/2 TRUSS HEA
HDW SCR 1/4 20X2 TRUSS HD PHIL
BEARING-NYLINER, #8L5-1/2-F
SCREW-#6-20 X 5/8 SELF TAP
NUT-#10-32 NYLOK 18-8 SS
SCREW-#10-24X1.75 PPHMS S
BOOM END, NEW
SHIM, BOOM END
SHEEVE, PULLEY
CASE, PULLEY
ASSY-CNN, BOOM END
BALL HOOK EXTRUSION
ASY BOOM TELESCOPIC, SS
WASHER, FLAT, #8, SS
Parts List
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In the U.S.A., replacement parts may be ordered directly from CANNON Parts Dept., 121 Power Drive, Mankato, Minnesota 56001. Be sure to provide the MODEL and SERIAL
numbers of your downrigger when ordering parts. Please use the correct part numbers from the parts list. Payment for any parts ordered from the CANNON parts department,
may be by cash, personal check, Discover Card, MasterCard or VISA. To order, call 1-800-227-6433 or FAX 1-800-527-4464.
SCREW #8-18 x 5/8” THD (SS)
1902330 Digi-Troll 10 TS
2373450
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